GARBA AROUND THE GLOBE, BROOKLYN EDITION

Sat, Oct 4 2025
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Fort Greene Park at the Prison Ship Martyrs Monument

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Celebrate Navratri with Us!

Join us for a vibrant evening honoring the Indian festival of Navratri, a celebration of Goddess Durga and the divine feminine. Originating in Gujarat, Navratri is known for garba, a joyful folk dance performed in rhythmic circles.

  • Garba Dance Lesson (15–20 mins) All skill levels
  • Performances by Vivarta Arts
  • Community Dancing with Live DJ
    • After the lesson, the dance floor is open to everyone!

This event is open to all—no experience needed!

Registration is encouraged but not required. 

In case of bad weather event will be held at the Library for Arts & Culture.

Vivarta Arts, a nonprofit organization based in New York City, dedicated to educating and inspiring communities through innovative productions and engaging events. By promoting Indian classical and folk dance, they aim to deepen understanding and appreciation of South Asian art forms while preserving and passing down their rich traditions to future generations.

Through live performances, cross-genre collaborations, educational programs, and community outreach, Vivarta Arts fosters global unity, challenges cultural stereotypes, and connects diverse communities.

 

black background woman dancing with the word GARGA on the right side
Fort Greene Park at the Prison Ship Martyrs Monument
Willoughby Ave. & Washington Park
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Add to My Calendar 10/04/2025 02:30 pm 10/04/2025 04:00 pm America/New_York GARBA AROUND THE GLOBE, BROOKLYN EDITION <p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Celebrate Navratri with Us!</strong></p><p>Join us for a vibrant evening honoring the Indian festival of Navratri, a celebration of Goddess Durga and the divine feminine. Originating in Gujarat, Navratri is known for garba, a joyful folk dance performed in rhythmic circles.</p><ul><li>Garba Dance Lesson (15–20 mins) All skill levels</li><li>Performances by Vivarta Arts</li><li>Community Dancing with Live DJ<ul><li>After the lesson, the dance floor is open to everyone!</li></ul></li></ul><p>This event is open to all—no experience needed!</p><p>Registration is encouraged but not required.&nbsp;</p><p>In case of bad weather event will be held at the Library for Arts &amp; Culture.</p> Brooklyn Public Library - Library for Arts & Culture MM/DD/YYYY 60
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